Powerline Technician

Department

Qulliq Energy Corporation

Community

Iqaluit

Housing

No staff housing available

Reference Number

QEC-25-002

Salary

$121,763.20 - $142,251.20

Northern Allowance

$16,008.00

Type of Employment

Indeterminate

Union Status

This position is included in the Nunavut Employees Union

Expiry Options

Open until filled

Powerline Technician

Energize Your Career in the Arctic!

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory.

Working in Nunavut

Nunavut is Canada’s newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in the country. It is known for its breathtaking landscapes and amazing adventure opportunities. Join our team and spend your time exploring a vast winter wonderland by snowmobile, traversing ancient waterways by kayak, hiking an expansive tundra overflowing with wildlife, or experiencing a rich culture known for its distinct artwork, music, and cuisine.

Powerline Technician (QEC 25-002)

Iqaluit, Nunavut

Reporting to the Line Maintenance Supervisor, the Powerline Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground power lines and cables. The position is also responsible for connecting new services, installing temporary services, and inspecting and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles used to carry out line work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs powerline systems, subsystems, and equipment to ensure maximum productivity and quality.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency powerline systems, subsystems, and equipment and replaces as required.
• Travels to remote communities to perform regular inspections, conduct preventative maintenance, install equipment, and perform general repairs to powerlines and systems.
• Maintains maintenance documentation and coordinates with operators and maintenance staff when amending documentation.
• Ensures all materials used during construction and repairs are logged and reported to the Line Supervisor.
• Provides on-site solutions or modifications to bring systems back online as quickly as possible during outage situations while mitigating risk to equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and acts in a pro-active manner to make timely recommendations for continuous improvement of operations and equipment.
• Ensures work is conducted in accordance with all corporate policies and procedures; territorial, provincial, and national codes; and in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Required Qualifications Include:

• Intra-provincial certification as a Powerline Technician.
• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with an airbrake endorsement, and the ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements of QEC.

Assets:

• Red Seal certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of Nunavut, the land, language, and culture is an asset.
• The ability to speak Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, and/or French is an asset.

We offer a competitive salary range of $121,763.20 to $142,251.20, and a northern living allowance of $16,008.00 per annum. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined-benefit pension program. Accommodation is not guaranteed at this point. This position is included in the Nunavut Employee’s Union.

Preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit.

Open until filled.

Applications for this competition may be considered for future employment opportunities with QEC.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.